What does a return on assets of 2.5 times mean (think intuitive interpretation)? For each $1 of net income the firm generates 2.50 in assets . For each $1 of total assets, the firm generated $2.50 in sales. For each $1 of fixed assets, the firm generated of $2.50 in EBIT. For each $1 of total assets, the firm generated $2.50 in net income. For each $1 of current assets, the firm generated $2.50 in net income